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WFMY NEWS2

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Burlington woman on Wheel of Fortune tonight

Burlington, NC · 1d

The Ledger News

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Veteran’s Day in Oxford: Journalist describes the marine who saved his life

Military and veterans affairs reporter told the audience at a Veterans Day service in Oxford on Wednesday, Nov. 11, about the day a Marine saved his life while he was in Iraq as an embedded military reporter.

Oxford, NC · 1d

SoulTracks

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First Listen: It’s the “Right Time” for Family Company and Sam Pounds

(November 12, 2026) Sam Pounds said that his mother and grandmother set him on the path for musical success. Pounds’ grandmother – Grandma Ruth – had him performing for guests who visited their Bahama, N.C. home at the tender age of three. Meanwhile, Pounds’ mother “pushed me to be great in all areas and to […] The post First Listen: It’s the “Right Time” for Family Company and Sam Pounds appeared first on SoulTracks .

Bahama, NC · 17h

The Enterprise

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Finch potters to celebrate a lasting legacy in Spring Hope

Twenty studio potters will sell ceramics, memorial kiln pieces and holiday items at the Dan Finch Studio Potters’ Market in Spring Hope on Nov. 14.

Spring Hope, NC · 3d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Christmas parades and holiday events across central NC: 2026 Holiday Guide

Here are some events across central NC the whole family can enjoy together.

Raleigh, NC · 2h

The Wake Weekly

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2026 North Carolina Book Award recipients announced

North Carolina’s rich literary tradition will be celebrated Dec. 4 as the 2026 North Carolina Book Awards are presented during the annual meeting of the N.C. Literary and Historical Association at 109 E. Jones St. in Raleigh.

North Carolina · 1d

WRAL

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New documentary revisits North Carolina's 9-year fight against forever chemicals

Nearly a decade after North Carolinians learned their drinking water had been contaminated with industrial chemicals for years, a new documentary is examining how it happened, the people affected and the ongoing fight to hold polluters accountable. GENX: The Saga of Forever Chemicals, premiering Friday in Saxapahaw, traces the contamination...

North Carolina · 9h

Axios Raleigh

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Dreamville Festival could make a comeback in Raleigh in 2027

The organizers behind Raleigh's popular Dreamville Festival have applied for a special event permit to hold the festival at Dix Park in 2027. Why it matters: If it happens, the festival could attract tens of thousands of people to Raleigh and generate over $100 million in economic activity . Catch up quick: In 2025, North Carolina rapper J. Cole announced that he would be stepping back from performing and organizing the Dreamville Festival. But due to its success, Live Nation and the city of Raleigh worked out a deal to return a festival, potentially under a different name, to Dix Park. However, organizers did not put on a festival this year. Driving the news: The permit, filed in October and obtained through a record request by Axios, is still under review. If approved, it doesn't mean that the event will ultimately go ahead. But it does indicate planning is ongoing. Yes, but: A permit was also filed last year and no festival materialized, a spokesperson for the city of Raleigh confirmed. Festival organizers haven't responded to multiple requests for comment. Zoom in: The event permit lists the name of the event as Dreamville Presents and describes it as a multi-stage

Raleigh, NC · 2d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Bring all your merry and cheer to the Raleigh Christmas Parade

The 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade jump-starts the holiday season across central North Carolina.

Raleigh, NC · 2d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Triangle TV station announces new manager at the end of the year

ABC11 and WTVD-TV announced the appointment of a new general manager, Martin Ortiz, former manager of ABC30 and KFSN-TV Fresno. Ortiz will join the station at the end of November when longtime general manager Rob Elmore retires after his 45-year career in broadcast journalism, The News & Observer previously reported . ABC11 is The N&O’s newsgathering partner. “I am honored and thrilled to lead the talented team at ABC11 and to serve the Raleigh-Durham community,” Ortiz said in a press release. “WTVD has a proud legacy of delivering trusted news and being a vital presence in central North Carolina. I look forward to building on that foundation, growing our reach across every platform...” Ortiz has worked for ABC-owned television stations for more than 20 years.

Raleigh, NC · 5h

WRAL

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North Carolina WWII medic turns 104, will be interviewed by National WWII Museum for archives

George Chall's life has brought him around the globe. From World War II battlefields to Pittsboro, North Carolina, Chall's life will now be a piece of recorded history in the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. This October, Chall turned 104 years old surrounded by friends, family, and community who...

Pittsboro, NC · 1d

POLLSTAR

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Sun Sets On Original Red Hat Amphitheater

Red Hat Amphitheater celebrated the final show in its original location on Oct. 23 before moving to its new permanent home one block south. An eventful 2026 season brought 37 concerts and almost 150,000 guests to the outdoor venue in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. In addition to its usual run of concerts, the amphitheater also played host to official watch parties for the NHL Carolina Hurricanes during their historic championship season.

Raleigh, NC · 2d

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North Carolina Announces 2026 Book Award Winners

RALEIGH – North Carolina will recognize several authors and literary contributors during the 2026 North Carolina Book Awards ceremony on Friday, December 4. The awards will be presented during the annual meeting of the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association at 109 E. Jones Street in Raleigh. The ceremony begins at 1 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

North Carolina · 1d

The Wilson Times

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Treat Yo’ Self owner says ‘Next Level Baker’ experience ‘incredible’

Treat Yo’ Self co-owner Greg Mason competes for $50,000 on Fox’s “Next Level Baker,” airing Nov. 19.

Wilson, NC · 2d

The Wake Weekly

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Wake Forest and Louisburg to host Veterans Day events at 11 a.m. Nov. 11

Wake Forest and Louisburg will host Veterans Day events at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, including a ceremony at the Veterans Monument and a musical tribute at Louisburg College.

Louisburg, NC · 2d

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Local Authors Find A Home On Clayton Library Shelves

CLAYTON, N.C. – Every book starts with an idea. For some writers, that idea becomes a story they spend months or even years bringing to life. After all the writing, rewriting, and late nights, imagine walking into your local library and finding your own book on the shelf, ready for someone else to discover.

Clayton, NC · 2d

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Hundreds gather to honor veterans at fundraising golf tournament

FUQUAY-VARINA, N.C. — Hundreds of volunteers and golfers gathered in Fuquay-Varina during Veterans Appreciation Month for the 18th annual Military Missions in Action, Tee Off for the Troops Golf Classic. The two-day tournament raises money for the nonprofit that serves active-duty military members, veterans and their families. North Carolina...

Fuquay-Varina, NC · 3d

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You’ll Never Want To Leave This North Carolina Museum That Has A Restaurant For The Whole Family

Raleigh has been keeping a very good secret in plain sight, and that secret involves dinosaurs, butterflies, rooftop views, and a restaurant that makes leaving feel genuinely difficult. The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the kind of place that earns a permanent spot on your list of favorite...

Raleigh, NC · 4d

Raleigh News & Observer

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After 51 years, Durham won't have a CenterFest next year. What we know.

Two months after artists and festival goers gathered in downtown Durham for CenterFest, its hosts have announced the fine arts festival won’t be returning next year. The Durham Arts Council said CenterFest will pause as the council considers the event’s future. September’s celebration marked 51 years since the event was first celebrated in Durham. CenterFest is the state’s oldest outdoor fine arts festival. It draws tens of thousands of people to the city’s downtown Five Points plaza over two days to enjoy over 100 visual art vendors, a parade, kids’ activities, music and other performances and food trucks. “This is a pause, not a farewell,” Katie Wyatt, the council’s executive director, wrote in a statement. “We are taking this opportunity to thoughtfully evaluate the festival’s future, strengthen community partnerships, explore new possibilities, and consider how CenterFest can continue to evolve alongside the community it serves.” Durham Arts Council finances In her statement , Wyatt said the council will invite artists, residents and supporter to help shape CenterFest’s next chapter. They plan to hold a public forum and share updates through its ArtVibes e-newsletter . “We believe deeply in the power of the arts to bring people together. Events like CenterFest

Durham, NC · 6d